Fire Damage Restoration in Greater Fairfield County

Fire and Smoke Damage Clean Up in Connecticut

When it comes to fire damage, one thing is absolutely certain: no two scenarios are alike.

Every fire is unique in its cause, composition, size, and waste; some fires can involve more than 100 complex chemical reactions! How these factors combine together will affect how the fire damage restoration is conducted.

At ServiceMaster of Greater Bridgeport, we offer 24-Hour Emergency Service for homeowners and property managers interested in restoring their fire-damaged building.

Each estimate includes a written quote, a professional inspection, and on-site consultation where we address any questions you may have.

Four Elements of Fire Damage:

Fire damage restoration is a multiphase process, and it's vitally important that the process begins within hours of the damage.

Mold damage can begin in as little as 24 hours after saturation of building materials. This damage can affect all organic surfaces, and can be much more expensive than the fire damage itself. Waiting even a single day to begin can greatly compound the damage, cost, and restoration time needed.

Do's and Don'ts After Fire & Smoke Damage

If the temperature is above 60 degrees, open windows and doors to ventilate the house.

Change the air filter on your furnace.

Clean Formica, chrome, porcelain and aluminum fixtures to prevent them from tarnishing.

Get rid of open food packages.

Turn off the electricity and clean out your refrigerator, leaving doors open to ventilate.

Have clothing cleaned by a professional restoration dry cleaner.

Corrosive byproducts from fire and smoke can cause irreversible etching in as few as 72 hours. Call ServiceMaster of Greater Bridgeport immediately to limit this.

Tape damp cheesecloth over important documents to capture loose soot in the air.

What NOT to do:

Do not touch anything with your hands. Oil from your hands can cause further damage. Use gloves to clean refrigerator and fixtures.

Do not wash the walls. This will compound soot residue.

Do not clean carpets or upholstery.

Do not use appliances until having them checked.

Do not use ceiling fixtures if the ceiling is wet.

Professional Fire Restoration Contractors in Connecticut

HVAC System Warning!

Fire damage in your home leads to smoke and soot that getting into every nook and cranny of your home.

Tiny particles that ended up in your HVAC system during the fire can lead to irritation in your lungs and possible scarring of the alveoli. Have an HVAC professional inspect your system after any fire.

Homeowners and business owners are often anxious to begin the cleaning and restoration process immediately after the fire has been eliminated. However, unless they seek professional advice, they may be doing much more harm to the structure than good.

Our disaster restoration professionals are fully trained to address the fire damage in your home and create a plan that will eliminate odors and damage, restore your salvageable property, and minimize future disaster restoration damages to your home.

At ServiceMaster of Greater Bridgeport, our 24-hour emergency fire clean up service is available every day of the year. This ensures that we'll be on-site when you need us, helping you restore your structure quickly and competently. We also offer board-up services to secure the building and keep out unwanted intruders.

Before and After

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After

This kitchen suffered from a sizeable fire, causing significant damage to the main grill and ovens. ServiceMaster of Greater Bridgeport provided superior restoration services and returned the whole area to pre-loss condition, removing all soot and the unpleasant aroma left behind from smoke damage. No matter the size of the repair, we can handle your fire damage repair project! Call or contact us today to find out more or to schedule an estimate!

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After

An electrical fire started at the fuse box in this facility - we went in and cleaned all the soot and dust from the fire extinguishers.

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After

This customer had suffered from fire and smoke damage in Fairfield, CT. After a quick inspection and estimate, our experts restored this bathroom to a pristine state. If you've suffered from these problems, call ServiceMaster of Greater Bridgeport today!

We service the towns of Norwalk, Stratford, Danbury, Westport as well as nearby areas such as Danbury, Southport, Monroe, Trumbull, Bethel, Seymour, Brookfield, Orange. For a 24-Hour Emergency Service contact us today!

Fire Damage

The direct damage from any fire is caused by the fire itself, as well as the immediate heat damage from the fire.

Fire will char anything it touches. Noncombustible objects may melt, and paint and wallpaper will peel. Some fires leave corrosive substances behind when they're extinguished that can damage wood, plastic, metal, and other substances.

Smoke Damage

While fire may damage only a small area, smoke will permeate far and wide in a structure.

High temperatures during a fire can open pores that will bring the smoke deep inside your building materials, property, and inside the HVAC system. This smoke can be corrosive and potentially toxic, and it will lead to long-term smoke odors in the area.

Water Damage

Water damage and fire damage go hand in hand, as fire hoses flood the area at a rate of 95 gallons per minute.

Water damage will spread far beyond the fire-affected area, working downhill to flood lower floors and enter cavities and voids within the building. This will damage electrical components, insulation, drywall, personal possessions, and other property.

Mold & Rot Damage

Within 24-48 hours of the water saturation that goes along with extinguishing a fire, mold will begin to grow.

Mold will create an extremely unhealthy environment within the home while it destroys personal property and may even create a potential structural issue. By drying the area thoroughly and immediately, this damage can be avoided.